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Ultimate Smash Burger

A juicy, flavor-packed burger bursting with delicious toppings for the perfect backyard BBQ experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use 80/20 ground beef for juiciness
  • Salt and pepper To taste
  • 4 pieces Burger buns Toast with butter for added flavor
  • 4 slices Cheese Optional, but highly recommended
  • Lettuce For topping
  • 1 piece Tomato Sliced
  • 1 piece Onion Sliced
  • Pickles For topping
  • Secret sauce Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickles, and seasonings

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat a skillet or griddle over high heat.
  2. Divide the ground beef into equal portions and form them into loose balls.
Cooking
  1. Place the balls on the hot skillet and smash them down using a spatula.
  2. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until a crust forms, then flip and add cheese if desired.
  4. Toast the burger buns on the skillet.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the burgers with the smashed patties, toppings, and secret sauce.
  2. Serve hot and dig in!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Burgers may be frozen for up to a month. Reheat on skillet for best results.